Classical | Romantic (period: 1815 - 1910)

The Romantic era was another period of rapid evolution in music. From the foundations laid down by the Classical masters, composers were now composing from the heart. The fact that composers were no longer employees but independent meant that they could follow their own direction, composing music that pleased themselves. Of course composers still had to live so they accepted commissions, made deals with publishing houses, composed music with commercial value, and promoted their own music through concerts across Europe and other parts of the world. Many composers of the time were also very skilled performers or conductors and would therefore go on tour with their new works. Thus composers wer ... Read More

Bristling with energy, this lively waltz for solo piano surges with huge confidence and presence. Requires great skill from the performer to keep up with the pace. Regarded by some as the first of Chopin's waltzes to be published. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

A piano solo that starts peacefully and delicately before rising to an emotional crescendo, then dropping back to a serene finish. An atmospheric piece that showcases Chopin's mastery of the piano. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

The minor key of this waltz gives the piece a melancholic, almost sad feel. The soloist plays at a medium tempo without straying too far from the initial melody, then a more optimistic section lifts the gloom before it returns to melancholy to finish. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

Delicate lullaby for piano written by Chopin as variations on a theme. It showcases the inventiveness of the composer as ideas evolve. Lose yourself in this sweet and mellow composition. Sweet and serious, lovable and provoking, a delightful unfolding of thoughts. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

A playful waltz with a slight tinge of regret. 'The Farewell Waltz', was written by Chopin for a love he was once engaged to. An affectionate piece with a hint of sorrow and melancholy. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

Bold and distinctive piano melodies and chords ring out with regal and noble fashion. This is the first promenade in the suite, 'Pictures at an Exhibition', which depicts a tour around an art gallery or collection.. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Modest Mussorgsky

A tender start to this lovely piano solo. The middle section rises with increasing emotion before settling down with the piece ending very much as it had started in a calm and peaceful way. Moody drama, Period films and Court intrigue. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

A very popular composition which has been used on countless productions and adverts. A lilting melody above a waltz like accompaniment gets more complex and intense as we're taken on an emotional journey. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

This Chopin prelude has the nickname, 'Funeral March', although it isn't the tune we associate with his piano sonata No.2 third movement. However; this is strident and morose with its block chords in a minor key. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

Sad and devoid of hope, this Chopin composition was played at his own funeral. It has been popular in recent film and TV productions including 'The Pianist' and 'The West Wing'. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

A sweetly sentimental piece with a slight touch of melancholy. It has a bit of a European flavor as the accordion is used prominently in a 3/4 waltz time signature. It starts off small with just accordion, upright bass, brush drums and a celesta, but the last half is a big, triumphant full orchestra, Instrumental, Classical, Romantic

Recorded on acoustic baby grand piano. Satie was inspired by the exotic sounds of Romanian, Hungarian music and also Gamelan - a traditional musical ensemble from Indonesia. Perfect for melancholic, nostalgic moments, longing introspection or any setting where a soft, sensitive sound is desired. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Erik Satie

This beautiful melody on strings and classical guitar originally set in 1872 by César Franck is an excellent choice for ceremonies, special events and productions needing a quiet stately track. Panis Angelicus which means angelic bread is a standard in classical choral and opera singers repertory, Instrumental, Classical, Romantic

Several variations of Brahms' well-known lullaby. The full track features all variations melded into one 7-minute track, however each variation is available as a single track as well. Perfect for dreams, night time scenes, children's programming, fantasy and animation. Think Tim Burton. Instrumental, Classical, Classical, Johannes Brahms

From the Spanish Zarzuela " La Leyenda del Beso", the famous Intermezzo. A mid tempo Spanish track featuring piano, strings and castanets. Very sophisticated, elegant and beautiful, This track fits well into many productions including travel, corporate and TV underscore. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic

Everybody loves this famous and instantly recognizable Saint Saens piece, which is very much in demand for film & documentary work at the moment. A beautifully recorded modern (2011) cinematic version which creates a timeless atmosphere. For those moving moments in your film - this suits all ages. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Camille Saint-Saens

This upbeat, contemporary, hip hop version of "Here Comes The Bride" is not your grandmother's wedding song. Fun and fresh, this track has a companion piece, "Bride's Exit" in the same style. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Richard Wagner

Stately scherzo by Romantic Era German composer Cornelius Gurlitt; medium tempo, mixed registers; great for a royal court ballroom dance scene or playful moment in a film or TV project; also good for a brief, comical romantic interlude; piano solo instrumental. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic

Chopin waltzes are some of the most beloved piano repertoire in history. Michael Charles Clark provides a magnificent rendition true to the Chopin romantic style! Great for television commercials, radio productions, romantic films and much more. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

Dramatic, Adventurous and full of Passion, Epic and glorious Orchestral music. Patriotic Regal cinematic with Big Pompous symphonic strings, oboe and marching percussions. Best for action, dramatic or emotional scenes and film Score. Also great as a glorifying, historical and majestic soundtrack. Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century

Instantly recognisable melodies from the waltz master. First performed in the 1870s when the 'King of the Waltz' was producing some of the last of his great ballroom walzes. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Johann II Strauss

"Fur Elise" is the popular name of Beethoven's Bagatelle in A minor written around 1810. It is one of his most famous pieces, even tho it's found only after he passed away. This, for Beethoven pretty simple piece of music, became everlasting world hit that plays over and over through centuries. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic

Traditional wedding march, better known as "Here Comes The Bride," or "The Wedding Entrance" and performed on a traditional pipe organ. This is by the classical composer Richard Wagner and has been heard in film, TV, and theatre since the early 1900s. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Richard Wagner

Dvorak's Slavonic Dance No.1 is grand, bold and alive with power. This full orchestra version is ready for your adventure film, radio production, animated media project and much more. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Antonin Dvorak

This bright and lively full orchestra presentation of Bach's Brandenburg No.1 Movement 1 will make any upscale project sparkle. Great for dramatic films, commercial music services, radio productions, PBS specials and much more. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Johann Sebastian Bach

A piano with an uncertain gait, as if it were played by a teenager, merges with a dreamy clarinet, creating a poignant theme that brings us to the end of the nineteenth century. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic

The great Tchaikovsky! His most popular composition can be used in your outstanding media production. Mellow, serene and still festive. Great for in-store media, films set between 1800-1900, background music on television show, fantasy and children films and much more. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

An arrangement of the Chopin classic for clarinet and string quartet. These tracks combine recognizable themes with a new format to provide a unique mix of the familiar and the new. All tracks in this series include recordings of live instruments. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Frederic Chopin

This piece evokes images of Frederic Chopin arriving at a fabulous 19th century European party. Schumann portrays this imitation of Chopin's lyricism over an arpeggiated bass with great skill. Recorded on a perfectly tuned acoustic grand piano by a professional performer. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Robert Schumann

AN INSTANTLY RECOGNIZABLE tune from Carmen, this is a world famous piece that everyone loves. Professional filmmakers already know that using music like this enables them to connect instantly with their audience, young or old! Great for documentaries,newsreel voice overs,cartoons,period dramas. Instrumental, Dramatic, Patriotic Music, Georges Bizet

Saint-Saëns based his tone poem on a legend in which "Death" appears at midnight every year on Halloween. Death calls forth the dead from their graves to dance for him until the rooster crows at dawn.. This version is Edwin Lemare's 1919 arrangement for pipe organ. Perfect for all things Halloween! Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Camille Saint-Saens

Elegant, piano with a new age string pad and sparkling glockenspiel chimes are featured in this version of the Bridal Chorus, also known as "Here Comes The Bride." This is generally used as the bride's entrance song after the bridesmaids and wedding party have entered. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Richard Wagner

This is the most peacifully magical movement from the Camille Saint-Saëns suite "Le carnaval des Animaux". Written originally for strings without double bass, two pianos, flute and the rare instrument glass harmonica although is often replaced by celesta or like in this rendition by glockenspiel. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Camille Saint-Saens